Tex Mex Tacos Al Pastor Recipe

Name: Tex Mex Tacos Al Pastor
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon garlic granules, (more to taste); ¼ cup cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon guajillo chili powder; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; ⅛ teaspoon ground cumin; salt; 2 cups fresh orange juice; 2 lbs boneless pork loin, thinly sliced; 1 ½ tablespoons achiote paste (rehydrate peppers to soft, peel, seed and mash or puree); 12 pineapple, peeled,cored,cut into long,thick strips; 12 corn tortillas, warmed; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped; picante sauce, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon garlic granules, (more to taste)
¼ cup cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon guajillo chili powder
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground cumin
salt
2 cups fresh orange juice
2 lbs boneless pork loin, thinly sliced
1 ½ tablespoons achiote paste (rehydrate peppers to soft, peel, seed and mash or puree)
12 pineapple, peeled,cored,cut into long,thick strips
12 corn tortillas, warmed
1 onion, finely chopped
1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped
picante sauce, for garnish

1
In a medium bowl, combine the garlic, vinegar, oregano, guajillo chile powder, black pepper, cumin, salt, orange juice and achiote paste.
2
Add the pork slices and turn to coat both sides.
3
Marinate at least 1 hour, but not more than 3 hours.
4
Heat the grill.
5
Place the meat over a hot fire and cook, turning once and basting with any leftover marinade during cooking, until crisp.
6
At the same time, grill the pineapple strips turning as needed until lightly browned.
7
Both the pork and pineapple should take no longer than about 5 minutes.
8
To assemble; chop the grilled pork into 1/4 inch pieces.
9
Cut the pineapple into 1/2 inch pieces.
10
Place the pork on the warmed tortillas and top with the onion, cilantro and pineapple pieces.
11
Serve the Picante Sauce on the side.

1038

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon garlic granules, (more to taste), ¼ cup cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon guajillo chili powder, and more.

Yes, Tex Mex Tacos Al Pastor falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tex Mex Tacos Al Pastor

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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